May 31, 2025
Organized by:?Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology
Date:?31st May 2025
Outreach Platforms:?Local Newspaper & All India Radio (AIR)
? Objective:
To raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use, particularly its link to oral cancer, and to promote tobacco cessation through community engagement and media outreach.
? Program Highlights:
1.?Community Outreach Camp
?Newspaper Article Publication
- Title:?"Tobacco and Oral Cancer: A Silent Epidemic"
- Published in:?Arogyavani, 25th May 2025
- Author :?Dr. Nandita Shenoy, Associate Professor, Dept. of Oral Medicine and Radiology
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- Content Summary:
- Explained the types of tobacco (smoked and smokeless)
- Highlighted the early signs of oral cancer
- Shared real-life patient stories and recovery journeys
- Provided expert advice on quitting tobacco
- Included helpline numbers and cessation resources
3.?Radio Talk on All India Radio (AIR)
- Broadcast Date:?31st May 2025
- Station:?All India Radio, Mangalore FM 100.3
- Topic:?"Tobacco Cessation: Why It Matters and How to Begin"
- Speaker:?Dr. Nandita Shenoy, Associate Professor, Dept. of Oral Medicine and Radiology
- Key Points Covered:
- Health risks of tobacco use
- Psychological and physical aspects of addiction
- Step-by-step guide to quitting
- Role of family and community support
- Government cessation programs and helplines
? Conclusion:
The Anti-Tobacco Day initiative successfully combined clinical outreach with mass media to educate, screen, and support the community in the fight against tobacco-related diseases. The Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology remains committed to continuing such impactful programs.
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